Villacampa brings a
world of expertise, having worked at the Dubai
Inter Continental Hotel
and the Gloria Plaza
Hotel in Beijing among
other fine dining locations. 919 Fourth St,

415.813.5600,
fenixlive.com

s $$$ S C BLDBR º

IL DAVIDEItalian

The large selection of
innovative and classic Tuscan dishes and
house-made pasta has
kept locals coming back
for years. Ingredients
are organic and locally
sourced where possible,
and there’s a vast selection of both Italian and
California wines by the
glass. A private party
dining room accommodates up to 45 people.

901 A St, 415.454.8080,
ildavide.net

s $$$ S Í C LD

LA TOSCANA
RIS TORANTE & BAR
Italian Family owned
and operated since

1985, La Toscana has
completed an extensive
interior and exterior
renovation, transforming an already popular
San Rafael gathering
spot into a place for any
occasion. The menu
features classics like
gnocchi and carbonara
and an ample selection
of wine. 3751 Redwood
Hwy, 415.492.9100,
ristorantelatoscana.com

s $$$ S Í C LD º

LAVIER CUSINELatin-Fusion Free-range meatand fresh seafood is thefocus at this authenticLatin-fusion eateryin San Rafael run byGabriela and her hus-band Guillermo whohails from Yucatan. Trythe plantain and pankocrusted cheese sticksto start and follow thatwith the popular puffyfish tacos with slaw andblack beans. Brunchis served on weekendsuntil 2 p.m. 1025 C St,

415.295.7990, lavier
latinfusion.com

b $$ S LD BR º

LE COMPTOIRFrench

The owners of San
Francisco’s Gamine
have opened their second restaurant, this
time in the heart of
San Rafael. The bistro
serves up traditional
French favorites like
beef cheeks bourguignon and onion soup
gratinée in a chic and
cozy setting. If you’re
planning to go, call
ahead. 1301 Fourth St,

Indian Family owned
and operated since
1999, Lotus serves up
organic North Indian
cuisine with many
vegan and vegetarian
options. The restaurant is a certified green
business with an
energy-efficient kitchen
and features a retractable rooftop and exotic
interior decor with
casual pink-tablecloth
settings. The reasonably priced dishes are
made with local, non-GMO and gluten-free
ingredients. 704 Fourth
St, 415.456.5808,
lotusrestaurant.com

b $$ S C LD

MAGNOLIA PARK
KITCHENAmerican
This American bistro features lots of
farm-fresh salads and
sandwiches to choose
from. The outdoor patio
is well suited for sipping a glass of wine or
enjoying a signature
fried chicken bomb
sandwich. 1016 Court St,
415.521.5591, magnolia
parkkitchen.com

Be sure to try other
unique pies, like the
spicy Three Beer pizza
and the clam and garlic.

101 Smith Ranch Road,

415.472.7272,
mulberrystreetpizza
sanrafael.com

b $$ S

RANGE CAFEAmerican

With floor-to-ceiling
windows overlooking
the grand Peacock Gap
lawns, the Range Cafe
is the perfect place for
comforting American
classics with an elegant
twist. This inviting
lunchtime cafe with its
ice-cold lemonade and
refreshing chardonnays
makes a great dinner spot once the sun
sets. 333 Biscayne Dr,

415.454.6450,
rangecafe.net

s $$ S Í C BLD º

SAN RAFAEL JOE’S

Italian A Marin institution famous for
sophisticated yet casual
Italian fare since 1947.

The dining room, with
a friendly atmosphere
and seating for 240, is
great for large parties,
and the roast sirloin
of beef and Fettuccine
Joe’s are sure to
please. 931 Fourth St,

SUSHI TO DAI FOR
Japanese Snagging a
seat in this popular
Fourth Street sushi
spot can be a challenge, but patience is
rewarded with tasty
and fresh sashimi,
unique sushi rolls and
great prices. 816 Fourth
St, 415.721.0392,
sushitodaifor.net

b $$ S LD

TAJ OF MARINIndian

Both North and South
Indian cuisine is offered
here, including the

$10.95 lunch special and
dinners that include
goat curry, spinach, lentils and tandoori. 909

Fourth St, 415.459.9555,
tajofmarin.com

b $$ S LD

TERRAPIN
CROSSROADS

American This waterfront restaurant and
music venue presents
fresh food and local talent. The menu includes
salads, savory dishes
and wood-fired pizzas
plus a wide selection
of beers, wines and
cocktails. Come for the
food, stay for the music.

100 Yacht Club Dr,

415.524.2773, terrapin
crossroads.net

s $$ Í C DBR º

THERESA & JOHNNY’S
COMFORT FOOD

American A favorite
with both the kids and
the foodie set, this
charming eatery serves
food like Mom used
to make. Drop by for
eggs Benedict, tuna
melts, coffee and some
of the best milkshakes
around. 817 Fourth St,